In the first Thursday Night Football game of the season on NFL Network the Oakland Raiders defeated the San Diego Chargers for the third time in a row. The final score was 24-17.

Carson Palmer looked like he is definitely ready to lead this Raiders team. He finished the game with 299 yards passing, 2 touchdowns, and 1 interception.

Philip Rivers had a rough night as the Raiders were constantly in his face. The Raiders D had 6 total sacks, 4 of them coming from Kamerion Wimbley. Matt Giordano had an interception at the end of the game on a play where Chargers wide receiver Vincent Jackson looked confused about what was going on.

The Raiders were without Darren McFadden, but Michael Bush took control of the game with 157 yards rushing on 30 carries with 1 touchdown. He also had 85 yards receiving.

The Raiders are now 5-4 and alone in first place in the AFC West. Their next game will be in Minnesota against the Vikings.

The Raiders defeated the Browns 24-17 in Oakland, but lost their starting quarterback for possibly the entire season.

Jason Campbell was knocked out of the game after running the ball in the second quarter. Campbell broke his right collarbone. Kyle Boller came into the game as backup QB. Terrelle Pryor is not activated until Monday 10/17/11.

Jacoby Ford ran back an amazing 101 yard kickoff return for a touchdown while tip-toeing down the sideline.

Darren McFadden had another solid game rushing for 91 yards on 20 carries with one touchdown.

The Raiders also scored a touchdown on a fake field goal from Shane Lechler to Kevin Boss.